Thursday, January 27, 2011

I cried like a little girl

...when I watched American Idol tonight, this segment with Chris Medina is worth watching multiple times, because he sings like an angel, but also for his story of incredible commitment and love. LOVE. THIS. GUY.

My husband left the room before Chris brought his girlfriend in to meet the judges, and I thought it was because he just didn't want to get choked up (he's a sentimental guy but tried hard to hide it). As the show went to commercial I suddenly realized how easily OUR story could have ended this way. You may have read my post last September about how I got in a terrible car wreck one month before we got married (we'd been engaged about a year and a half). I walked away from it. Because I suffered no injuries, I think I've always viewed it as how fortunate I was to survive, that it was life or death, but I'm not sure if I've ever thought until tonight in terms of how I also could have lived but become quadriplegic, or suffered serious brain trauma like Chris' fiancee did... I shiver thinking about it again. But what a testament this video is to what love is and what it can do.

Excuse me while I go watch it again... (sniffle) and then go download the song (wahhh!) Hope it lifts you up if you weren't watching it tonight and I've helped round up some more fans for him. ;) Go Chris!!

21 comments:

  1. Thanks for sharing....I was not at home to watch this show!
    Jan

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  2. That is an awesome story of unconditional love. Now THATS a guy with all heart. Thanks so much for sharing this clip

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  3. No way, how amazing is this story...I was crying like a little girl too. Hope he makes it all the way!

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  4. Now he is a true "American Idol". I don't watch this program anymore, so thanks so much for sharing this with me. His story is truly a love story and it brought me to tears.

    Dianna

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  5. http://nancylempinen2.blogspot.comJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    I usually watch this show but only caught part of it, missed this section. Thank you sooooo much for sharing this with all of us. I too cried, who wouldn't? He's definitely got my vote, great talent and what a guy and how about those judges...very touching.

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  6. Me, too. And I had never seen Steven Tyler in anything but singing in the band, and I'm ashamed to say, I stereotyped a bit based on his appearance. I cannot believe how truly wonderful he was just loving on her.

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  7. OMGosh...the tears are running down my face. What an amazing story of commitment and unconditional love. And, he has a beautiful voice.
    Thank you SO much for sharing this video. I don't watch AI, so I might not have seen this clip, if you hadn't posted it.

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  8. Oh my God, that made me cry too!!!! What dedication! And that poor, poor girl. I hope he goes far.

    You are very lucky to walk away from an accident uninjured. Well, physically anyway. You don't walk away totally unscathed though. Hugs to you!

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  9. Thank you so much for sharing this Mel. It has touched me as well. Most of us can only hope that we would be as faithful as this young man if we are ever faced with a similar situation, God forbid.

    You were spared for a very special reason...and because of it your craft has blessed many hearts.

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  10. *sniff sniff* Me too! And... dear friend... I, like your DH, am so very very happy you are safe and here and know that you are loved more than words can say. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story with us.

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  11. I am typing through my tears here! Thank you so much for sharing this Melanie! I rarely watch Idol but this was truly amazing!! Really makes you realize just how fortunate most of us are and how much we take for granted! His 'voice of the angels' should take him far!! Thanks for renewing my trust in mankind!

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  12. I did too! So heartbreaking yet inspiring story!

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  13. TFS this Melanie! I cried so much listening to the story and then they invite her in!!!! You're right,we just don't know what life brings us! I had a liver tx in July
    and my husband was so scared that I would'nt make it,but fortunately for me there was person that was a hero to me (My donor)He gave me a second chance at life. So I take everday for granted!
    I hope he wins!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  14. I loved this guy and his story! I also cried watching it Wed night and thought it was so neat that the judges wanted to meet her...what Steven said to her...omgosh now I'm gonna cry again!
    I am so thankful that you very lucky to walk away from your accident!

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  15. Thanks for sharing this, Melanie. I never watch American Idol -- not that I have anything against it, just don't take the time. What a fantastic story of love and commitment. The world needs more people like that young man. Go Chris! I hope he wins for himself and for his sweet,lovely finance.

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  16. WOW...thanks for sharing this! Talk about an amazing guy - this is what unconditional love is all about. I pray this guy makes it all the way because he deserves it in more ways than one! All I can say though my tears are..amazing. Just amazing. WOW!

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  17. I saw this, too! Oh my gosh, what a guy. I work with severely multiple-impaired young adults and I can tell you his job in helping to care for her is no small thing. He knows what true love is!!! I hope he goes far in the competition. :D

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  18. Wow, you are right! This is a tearjerker. What an awesome story!

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  19. ok... Melanie... That was a two hankie video...
    God Bless them! Thanks for sharing!

    Take care and STAY POSITIVE!

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  20. What a great guy she has!!! And wow! What a heart Steven Tyler has huh? I cried - so sad but so happy for them! He's a great singer! I hope he stays a while.

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  21. Oooooooh my gosh, so beautiful. I'm crying too. Thank you so much for sharing that.

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